I ordered this USB sound card as a replacement for a faulty sound card on my laptop PC which had left me with no sound from the internal speakers and no microphone input. I didn't expect much given the other reviews, but have been very impressed with the device. Since I have only just received the unit I can't comment on it's longevity, but device looks robust enough to last enough if handled with reasonable care. The first point to clear up in response to reviews saying that there is no 7.1 sound or that the left and right speakers are reversed, is that YOU NEED TO DOWNLOAD THE SOFTWARE AND DRIVERS to enable the 7.1 functionality. The Xear 3D software provides lots of effects functions as well as providing the option to swap left and right channels. So to be clear, the device does not come with a CD containing any software.
Sound Blaster Omni Surround 5.1 delivers cinematic audio immersion to your PC or Mac through a simple USB port. Powered by SBX Pro Studio technology, the external sound card instantly converts your PC or Mac into a 5.1 entertainment system with amazing positional audio and additional customizable audio effects via the included Sound Blaster Omni Control Panel software. Apoi USB Audio Adapter(3 Pack) 3.5mm Headphone and Microphone Jacks External Stereo Sound Card Plug and play No drivers Needed Compatible Windows, Mac, Linux, PC, Notebook, Desktop, PS4 (Three Colors).
The unit will download the generic drivers it needs to operate when you first plug it in, but the associated Cmedia / Xear3D device management software that provides control over the 7.1 effects etc. Needs to be separately downloaded and installed.
I use DriverGenius software to automatically detect new drivers and download them but you should also be able to find it by searching for Cmedia CM108 drivers and/or Xear 3D. I suspect this device is being sold cheaply because it doesn't have the software bundled with it, but once you have tracked down and installed the software it is excellent! I have uploaded screen-shots of Cmedia / Xear3D software to the product description.
Hope this helps! For £2.49 this product is, quite simply put, amazing. I needed it on Ubunutu (12.04) for use with my headset primarily for skype which I use regularly for business. I simply plugged it in and configured using Ubuntu's built in pulse audio volume control (which allows you to map input and output sound devices to installed software) and off I went. With regard to the overall sound quality one has to remember that it is cheaper that some boxes of breakfast cereal, but saying that I would say it is very balanced - a bit light on bass but I am sure if I tried I could improve that.
Some reviews here have said that it fell apart or it was a bit plastic-y. I consider mine to be fine and would be happy recommending this product to anyone. My work PC's internal sound card stopped working after converting to Windows 7, but with this USB card I now have sound again. It's quite bulky so it blocked both USB ports at once, but now with a USB extension cable from a rear USB port I can leave both front ports free, and also this means it's resting on the table not hanging out of the socket so no problems with connections coming loose. (If you think it isn't working make sure the device is right in the USB socket, at which point the green light will come on and the driver should install; if it does this but there's no sound make sure the headphones are pushed right into the socket on the device. All easier with it resting on the desk than sticking out of the front of the computer.). Its function is great.
After plugging it in your headphone or mic will be available in the sound settings as generic microphone and generic speakers. They both work great and the microphone itself has AGC available as a checkbox which wasn't available for the mic on its own. I do have a major complaint though, it fell apart, the shell just came off after regular use, so I taped it back together and it works great still, but the build quality is bad. For the price I really don't care. It served its purpose as I needed a second microphone in for my laptop and it worked fine.
This is the second one of these I have bought. The first was not from an Amazon seller, so when the left and right audio were swapped I assume it was because it was a cheap bit of rubbish. But when the second came and had the exact same problem, and used the same driver I decided to do a little digging. I came across Robin Webb's review, discovering the drivers that are automatically installed are very old. I did as he suggested, got the C-Media CM-108 Windows 7 Driver v.7.12.8.2144 from x-drivers (there are others for XP and Vista), installed and got access to USB PnP Sound Device settings (this only installs the driver for one usb port, to do the rest plug it into another, find it on the device manager, right click and select update driver and tell it to find it automatically). From there change analog output to headphones, click the hammer next to the option and check the option to swap left and right audio.
You can tweak the virtual 7.1 settings and what the input will be but I found little difference in doing so. I did however change the environment and equalizer to get deeper sounds. Overall, I am very impressed by this product and the case coming of is useful if you have tightly bunched usb ports.
All you need is one driver and it works as a great replacement for broken headphone port. My motherboard's onboard sound failed about 2 1/2 years ago, this is the second USB sound card I've owned (the first being a different manufacturer and model). Plug and play works fine on Win7 64-bit, I've not tried the dedicated drivers as all I need is stereo. The jac is a bit tight, so I was stuck with an annoying hiss for the first few days, until I realised that I needed to give my speaker connector a good shove to get proper contact; since then it's been working well, reliable and with good sound quality. The volume buttons on the unit itself are redundant - with in-application volume control, Windows per-application volume, Windows master volume, and the volume dial on my speakers, I really didn't need yet another volume control.
It's dirt cheap, though, so it's not like they're charging a premium for this questionable design decision. The unit itself is quite bulky and could obstruct adjacent USB ports, if your ports are clustered together too closely. I've only had this a couple of weeks now, so I can't comment on the durability.
Thus far, though, it seems to have been well worth the pittance it cost. I bought this as my laptop was changed by my employer and the new one doesnt have a microphone input, only a speaker output. When it arrived, there was nothing whatsoever to tell you how to use it so I assume plug & play.
The speakers in the headset work fine, but when you record anything and play it back (which was after all why I bought it) you can barely hear your voice over the background noise. Maybe I am not using it properly, but how would I know as there are no instructions. Glad it was cheap.
Let's locate you We can’t find that location, so please choose from these options:. Check your spelling and try again. We can accept the most common abbreviations for addresses.
Tell us if you’re looking for the address of a new property, as we may not have its postcode on our records yet. To do this, call us on 0344 561 0000. Visit if you think the postcode details you’re entering may be wrong. Or call 0344 561 0000 to speak to one of our sales team. They’re available: Monday to Friday: 8am to 8pm Saturday: 9am to 6pm Sunday: 10am to 5 pm.
In a very few cases, our location checker may not recognise an existing town or postcode. If you’re sure you’ve entered it correctly, go back to the product page, and click on ‘Add to basket’. We’ll then use our back-up system to do an enhanced check. Supersize your sound with the impressive Dynamode USB-SOUND7 7.1-Channel USB Sound Card.
Great for gaming, multimedia and more Ideal if your device is lacking a 3.5 mm jack, the USB-SOUND7 provides a sound solution. All you need to do is connect this USB sound card, without the need to set up any drivers, and you can immediately connect headphones, speakers or microphones using the 3.5 mm connections on the card. Super sound Thanks to the Xear 3-D simulation software, you'll experience great 7.1 channel sound from your PC, laptop or other device. There are also on-board controls for volume and mute, making this sound card easy to use. Make the most of your games and other entertainment when you use the Dynamode USB-SOUND7 7.1-Channel USB Sound Card. Technical specifications for DYNAMODE USB-SOUND7 7.1-Channel USB Sound Card OVERVIEW Interface USB Sound Card Enclosure External Channels 7.1 FEATURES Other features - Integral call-B digital amplifier - On-board controls for mute - Micrphone mute - Volume up and down - Status LEDs - USB2.0 Plug 'n' Play GENERAL System requirements Desktop PC/laptop or similar - USB Port required, speakers, headset, microphone - 3.5mm jack required Software included C-Media Xear 3D Box contents Dynamode USB-SOUND7 7.1 Channel USB Sound Card Dimensions 60 x 25 x 15 mm (H x W x D) Weight 23 g.
Get this delivered when it suits you We’ll show you your current delivery options for this item in checkout. Subject to the time you order, and where you want delivery, these options will include:. FREE standard delivery in 3-5 working days.
Delivery next day or any following day between 8am & 5pm (£4.00). Delivery in a timeslot of your choice next day or any following day (£10.00). Same-day delivery in a 2-hour slot of your choice, with the last at 8pm-10pm (£10.00) Please note: if we’re out of stock of an item but getting more in, we indicate – on listings pages and the product page – how soon we can dispatch for delivery to you. In this case, please go ahead and order, and we’ll contact you later to confirm an exact delivery date.
Availability CheckerHow and when can you get hold of your selections? Finding out should be quick and easy, so with just a few clicks our Availability Checker shows you:. Delivery dates, time-slots and prices. Local stores with stock you can collect from now. Local stores you can get items sent to for you to collect later To use our Availability Checker, simply:.
Enter a town or postcode in the box on the product page for an item you’ve selected. Click on the magnifying glass. Review the delivery and collection options local to you – just click on any one to add it to your basket Stock updatesFind something you want but it’s not in stock? On the item’s product page, simply click on ‘Email me when back in stock’, and let us have your email address. We’ll let you know as soon as it’s available again. Order online and collect in store. Sometimes you’ll want something even quicker than we can deliver.
Or you can’t be in when our van or courier would arrive. That’s why we offer you the option to order online and collect in store. Subject to what you’re ordering and where you want to collect from, you can: Reserve & Collect – reserve online for free and collect at a local store as soon as you like.
Once reserved, your item’s held till closing time the next day, to be paid for when you collect. Pay & Collect – pay online, and have the item sent, for free, from our warehouse to a local store for you to collect. Starting on the date the item arrives in store – which you choose in checkout – you have 28 days to collect it. Your fastest way to order online for collection is to use our ‘Availability Checker’ feature:. Enter a town or postcode in the box on the product page for an item you’ve selected. Click on the magnifying glass. Review the collection options local to you – just click on any one to add it to your basket Flexible credit you control.
To spread the cost, pay by Your Plan, our uniquely flexible credit option. Available on all orders €99 and over, this lets you:. Spread the cost with monthly payments, 24.9% APR representative. Choose the payment term that suits you.
No deposit to pay and choose to pay it off early at no extra cost. Plus once you've opened an account, you can use it to spend again in the future on anything £99 and over How to apply If you’re buying this item online, you can apply for credit at checkout. Or, if you’re reserving online, or shopping in store,. DSG Retail Limited acts as a credit broker and not a lender. Credit is provided by Creation Consumer Finance Ltd. Both DSG Retail Ltd and Creation Consumer Finance Ltd are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Let's locate you We can’t find that location, so please choose from these options:.
Check your spelling and try again. We can accept the most common abbreviations for addresses. Tell us if you’re looking for the address of a new property, as we may not have its postcode on our records yet. To do this, call us on 0344 561 0000. Visit if you think the postcode details you’re entering may be wrong. Or call 0344 561 0000 to speak to one of our sales team. They’re available: Monday to Friday: 8am to 8pm Saturday: 9am to 6pm Sunday: 10am to 5 pm.
In a very few cases, our location checker may not recognise an existing town or postcode. If you’re sure you’ve entered it correctly, go back to the product page, and click on ‘Add to basket’. We’ll then use our back-up system to do an enhanced check.